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Post by danrhodes on Jul 12, 2016 19:05:17 GMT -8
My bunk latches seem to barely engage the wall surface. Originally they just skid into holes drilled in the wall, but I'd prefer a decorative slide bolt strike plate. Does such a thing exist? Google is failing me.  |
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Post by vikx on Jul 12, 2016 21:43:10 GMT -8
I usually add backers behind where the holes need to be before the skins go back on. You could make your own strike plates, or possible search in marine supplies. Another option would be wood blocks on top of the bunk runners. (seem to be missing in the pix?)  |
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Post by danrhodes on Jul 13, 2016 6:09:00 GMT -8
That's why I'm trying to sort this now, to make sure I have good wood behind the latches. My bunk is held up by metal rails that stop about 6 inches back from the latch, so I want them to engage well in both positions. Maybe some 1/4" ply is enough if I glue it.
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Post by vikx on Jul 13, 2016 21:49:45 GMT -8
If the skins are still off, glue the backers on the backside. Sometimes on the inside they interfere with the bunk operation...
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Post by danrhodes on Jul 14, 2016 6:02:12 GMT -8
If the skins are still off, glue the backers on the backside. Sometimes on the inside they interfere with the bunk operation... My problem is latch depth. The bunk is actually 1/2" from the wall, so the latches only engage 1/8". I need the strike plate area to be on the inside for more latch engagement. I'm actually a little worried about the 1" rails too as only 1/2" of the bunk contacts them. Might add some thicker blocks in the front. |
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Post by mobiltec on Jul 14, 2016 6:52:58 GMT -8
Try using the lever type used in the Super Shastas. They turn 90 degrees to engage a metal slot in the wall. I'll get a photo of the part today if I can remember.
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Post by danrhodes on Jul 16, 2016 13:49:49 GMT -8
Ended up with just a few glued and screwed poplar plates like vikx posted. They give me the latch engagement I wanted. Turns out, the lower position didn't have backing for the latches, but I wanted to make sure it latched in that position too as my eldest daughter is a healthy eater. Another reason I want the interior 90% sorted before buttoning it up.  |
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